Students gain hands-on experience in Chapman University's state-of-the-art engineering labs, working on real-world projects with university faculty and taking home a finished product.
The Chapman University Summer Engineering Academy offers dynamic, hands-on one-day workshops for high school students in grades 8-12. Participants engage in real-world design challenges and STEM projects alongside Chapman faculty in the state-of-the-art Swenson Family Hall of Engineering. Students gain practical skills in areas such as AI and machine learning, game development, bioprinting, 3D design, and mobile app usability. Workshops emphasize the full engineering lifecycle, from CAD modeling and bioink formulation to final fabrication on advanced bioprinters, or building interactive prototypes using tools like Figma and Unity. The program aims to foster problem-solving abilities and confidence in a college environment, with no prior experience required for most workshops. Students will complete a project to take home, solidifying their learning and providing a tangible outcome of their experience.
A typical day runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., including check-in, hands-on workshop sessions with breaks, and a provided lunch.
This program is ideal for high school students in grades 8-12 who are curious about engineering and want to explore various STEM fields through practical, hands-on projects in a college setting.
450 N. Center St., Orange, CA 92866
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